1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 32 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
