1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Nissan Armada.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Armada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3140 mm |
