1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 600 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
