1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
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, 2012 Volvo XC60, 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 (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Statesman | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2748 mm |
