1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 37 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Statesman | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2970 mm |
