1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 27 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 469 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Versa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2601 mm |
