1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman 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. Both 1995 Holden Statesman and 1994 Holden Statesman are equipped with a 4,987 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
