1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 711 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3670 mm |
