2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 970 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Express | Statesman |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |