1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 21 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 502 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 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | FX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2885 mm |
