1984 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 11 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
