1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 853 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Statesman | Ram |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| 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 | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3569 mm |
