1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 394 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 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Statesman | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2916 mm |
