1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 906 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | Defender |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3230 mm |
