1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 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 134 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
