1988 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 698 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (427 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
