1983 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 307 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Statesman | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3023 mm |
