1975 Holden Statesman vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 31 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Supra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
