1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 13 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 16 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | Statesman | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
