1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | Statesman | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |
