1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman.
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, 1992 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
