1993 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 92 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 241 kg more than 1993 Holden Statesman.
Because 1993 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 1993 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1993 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Statesman | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Statesman | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4985 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
