2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (224 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 57 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
