1980 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 18 kg more than 1980 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Statesman 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 1980 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Statesman | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Statesman | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |