1972 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Statesman weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 1972 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Holden Statesman (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
