1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Statesman | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Statesman | NSX |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |