1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1985 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1985 Holden Statesman is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 348 kg more than 1985 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1985 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Centurion | Statesman |
Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2900 mm |