2012 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 247 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Because 1971 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord Crosstour | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2900 mm |
