1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva 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 90 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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 2010 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Statesman | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Statesman | Captiva |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |