1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Statesman | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2764 mm |
