1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 765 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1973 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1973 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
