2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 103 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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 1977 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Frontier | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2900 mm |
