1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 304 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.
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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Statesman | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Statesman | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3250 mm |