1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 11 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 8 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman.
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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Statesman | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
