1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 16 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Statesman | GTO |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
