1975 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 37 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 962 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Statesman. 2012 GMC Yukon 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Statesman | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Statesman | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2946 mm |
