1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Statesman | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Statesman | Discovery |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |