1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 908 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Statesman | Express |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
