1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1983 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 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Statesman | Delta 88 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |
