1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 350 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V 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.
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1990 Holden Statesman | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Holden | Cadillac |
Model | Statesman | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |