1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | 968 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
