1994 Holden Statesman vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1994 Holden Statesman and 1994 Volvo 850 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 2 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850.
Because 1994 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 1994 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850, 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 850 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 Holden Statesman | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Statesman | 850 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |