1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Statesman | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Statesman | Outback |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2741 mm |