1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 21 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 588 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman. 1984 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Statesman | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
