1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Roadmaster | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
