1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 221 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | FX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2885 mm |
