1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 384 kg more than 1985 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Statesman | Equus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3045 mm |
