1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 211 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
