1976 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Sedan.
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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Sedan | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Sedan | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2900 mm |
