1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 1982 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2639 mm |
