2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 35 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman.
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, 2009 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Envoy | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
