1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 34 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (162 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 149 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) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3250 mm |
