1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1990 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 1990 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
