1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Holden Statesman. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Statesman | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |