1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 29 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, 1982 Holden Statesman (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Holden Statesman.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
