1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1997 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1997 Holden Statesman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1997 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Roadmaster | Statesman |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |