1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 739 kg more than 1976 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Titan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3550 mm |
