1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 36 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 2012 Land Rover LR4 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. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2885 mm |
