1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1982 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 62 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang.
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, 1982 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
