1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 78 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.
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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Statesman | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
