1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1995 Holden Statesman and 1995 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC, 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 (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Holden | Saturn |
Model | Statesman | SC |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |