1992 Holden Statesman vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. Both 1992 Holden Statesman and 1986 Holden Commodore are equipped with a 4,987 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
