1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 47 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 615 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | 211 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |