1984 Holden Statesman vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 530 kg more than 1984 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Statesman | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Statesman | Silver Spirit II |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3060 mm |