1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 23 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, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 1985 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Statesman | NSX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
