2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 462 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Express | Statesman |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |