1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1991 Mini MK VI
To start off, both 1991 Holden Statesman and 1991 Mini MK VI were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Mini MK VI. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1991 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 830 kg more than 1991 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mini MK VI, 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mini MK VI. (116 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1991 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Statesman | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
