1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 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 66 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 49 kg more than 1991 Holden Statesman.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3246 mm |
