1996 Holden Statesman vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Toyota Crown. 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Statesman | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Statesman | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |