1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 28 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman. 1980 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
