1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 168 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman. 1980 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Statesman | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | 370Z |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |