1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 433 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | Statesman | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3052 mm |
