1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 584 kg more than 1981 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3220 mm |
