1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 746 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Statesman | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3645 mm |
