1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 895 kg more than 1959 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | 211 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
