1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 84 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1983 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 1983 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Statesman | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
