1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1992 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 436 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Cavalier | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
