1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1984 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1984 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fairlane | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2900 mm |
