1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 271 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
