1983 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 27 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 740 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | GL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3076 mm |
