1993 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
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, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Statesman | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | Frontier |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4985 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |