1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 16 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 1995 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Altima |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2675 mm |
