2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1993 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1993 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2830 mm |
