1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 524 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Statesman | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | Statesman | Silverado |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3378 mm |