1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Avanti | Holden |
Model | Avanti | Statesman |
Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |