1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 19 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 43 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 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Outback |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
