1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 34 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 63 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 431 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Because 1976 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | Statesman | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3078 mm |
