1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. Both 1980 Buick LeSabre and 2003 Holden Statesman are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 129 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | Statesman |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |