1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 138 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
