1982 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Because 1982 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | J30 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
