1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 14 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Roadmaster | Statesman |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |