1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 22 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 287 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Statesman | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
