1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1274 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
