1975 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 32 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Statesman | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
