1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1019 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2891 mm |
