1986 Buick Regal vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Regal | Statesman |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |