1993 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 104 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Statesman. 1993 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Statesman | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4985 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
