1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 28 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, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Holden Statesman. 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, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
