1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 146 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Because 1994 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 1994 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
