1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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, 1981 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 988 kg more than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Defender. 1981 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | Defender |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
