1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 856 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Statesman | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
