1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 36 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1103 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman. 2010 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. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2743 mm |
