1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 712 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
