1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 30 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 86 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 459 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Statesman | KB |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3060 mm |
