2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1991 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 79 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 1991 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Berlina | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
