1975 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 30 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 329 kg more than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Statesman | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
