1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 23 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 638 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Statesman | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| 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 | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
