1972 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 40 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 313 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, 1972 Holden Statesman (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
