1994 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1995 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Atlantique has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Atlantique 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 | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | Statesman | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
