1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 27 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 1982 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Statesman | Exige |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
