2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Silverado | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2662 mm |
