1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1994 Ford Mustang and 1994 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Statesman |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |