1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 28 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 192 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Statesman | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Holden | Cadillac |
Model | Statesman | ATS |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |