1983 Holden Statesman vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 795 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 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Statesman | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Statesman | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |