1982 Holden Statesman vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Holden Statesman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Statesman (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 274 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Statesman | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Statesman | Crown |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |