1983 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 18 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1015 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.
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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Statesman | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
