1989 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Estate | Statesman |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |