1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 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 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 660 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 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
