1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 402 kg more than 1981 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Statesman | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | Pickup |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5041 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |