1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 44 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 625 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 211 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2840 mm |