1972 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 62 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
