2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 987 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
