1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 26 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Statesman | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Statesman | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2604 mm |