1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 27 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1984 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Voyager. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Statesman | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3078 mm |
