1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 35 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
