1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 35 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego. 2011 Kia Borrego 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. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Statesman | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Statesman | Borrego |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |