2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Silverado | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2662 mm |
