1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Statesman | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | Patrol |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2980 mm |