1996 Holden Statesman vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Toyota MR2. 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota MR2. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota MR2. 1996 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Statesman | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
