1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 29 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 312 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 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman. 1981 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Navara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 2488 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 | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2032 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 |
