2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1982 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 226 kg more than 1982 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1982 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Lucerne | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
