1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 15 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Statesman | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Statesman | Caldina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |