1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 642 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
