* 5.0L (305 cubic inch) V8: This was a popular choice.
* 5.7L (350 cubic inch) V8: Also a very common engine option.
* 6.2L (377 cubic inch) V8: Less common than the 5.0L and 5.7L, but still a possibility.
To know for sure which engine *your* specific 1989 Silverado Z71 has, you need to check the vehicle identification number (VIN) or look for the engine's displacement stamped on the engine block itself.