1982 Holden Statesman vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Holden Statesman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Statesman (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
