1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 18 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 99 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
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 | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |