1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 36 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
