1994 Holden Statesman vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Statesman | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Statesman | Avensis |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |