1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
