1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 342 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.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | FX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2885 mm |
