1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Model F |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
