2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |
