1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 255 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Statesman | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |
