1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Buick Century
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Century.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Silverado | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2662 mm |
