1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 81 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 1981 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
