1980 Holden Statesman vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1980 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 393 kg more than 1980 Holden Statesman. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Statesman | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3110 mm |
