1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 41 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
