1993 Buick Century vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Century | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 3645 mm |
