1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 696 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 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | ML |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2916 mm |
