1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Crown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
