1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 375 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.
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, 2012 Cadillac SRX, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Statesman | SRX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |
