1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1991 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 52 kg more than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Because 1991 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 1991 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1991 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
