1993 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 155 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Statesman | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Statesman | MPV |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4985 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
