1987 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 515 kg more than 1987 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Silverado |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |