1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 258 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman. 1985 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Statesman | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | 350Z |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |