1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS. 1980 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2001 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2001 Lincoln LS 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Statesman | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
