1975 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 965 kg more than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Statesman | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Statesman | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |