1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 745 kg more than 1991 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
