1990 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
