1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1996 Nissan Crew is newer by 5 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Crew 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 | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Crew |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
