1998 Buick Signia vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia 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 (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 125 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 Signia, 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 (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Signia | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
