1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 261 kg more than 2003 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 Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Riviera | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
