1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 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 1 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Statesman | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
