2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Blackhawk | Statesman |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2900 mm |