2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 302 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Park Avenue | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Park Avenue | Statesman |
Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |