1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 635 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Statesman | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2916 mm |
