1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 971 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.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Statesman | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3302 mm |
