1983 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman.
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, 1992 Holden Statesman (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Statesman |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |