1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 4 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Berlina | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
