1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 10 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 73 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa. 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, 2000 Toyota Opa, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Opa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
