1997 Holden Statesman vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1997 Holden Statesman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Statesman weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman. 1997 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Statesman | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | Statesman | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
