1977 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 19 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 17 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Statesman | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Statesman | Cresta |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |