1998 Holden Commodore vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman.
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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1998 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1998 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Commodore | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
