1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 14 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige 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 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Statesman | Exige |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
