1987 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Electra | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
