1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 35 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1974 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 Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Holden Statesman | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Statesman | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |