1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Violet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
