1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1982 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore.
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, 1993 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1982 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
