2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1991 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 16 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman.
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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1991 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Rainier | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
