1975 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Statesman | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
