1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 425 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
