2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Buick Century
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 Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1987 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Silverado | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2664 mm |
