2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 258 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Nitro | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Nitro | Statesman |
Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2900 mm |