2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Silverado | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 415 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2662 mm |