1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
