1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 88 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4140 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
