2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Charger | Statesman |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |