1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1980 Austin Maxi and 1980 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 738 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi. 1980 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Austin Maxi | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Maxi | Statesman |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |