1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, both 1995 Holden Statesman and 1995 Honda Prelude were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 344 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude, 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Statesman | Prelude |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |