1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 593 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Statesman | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
