1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 6 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
