1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
