1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 983 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3665 mm |
