1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 72 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1985 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 1985 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | Statesman | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
