1980 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 92 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Statesman | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Statesman | Berlina |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |