1992 Holden Statesman vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 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, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Holden | De Tomaso |
| Model | Statesman | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
