1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 26 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra.
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, 2006 Opel Vectra, 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Statesman | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
