1977 Holden Statesman vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Statesman (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Carina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
