1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 1996 Volvo S90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S90 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Volvo S90.
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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S90. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Statesman | S90 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
