1981 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | Statesman | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
