1997 Holden Statesman vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. Both 1997 Holden Statesman and 1994 Buick Park Avenue are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1997 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Statesman | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Statesman | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |