1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 161 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Frontera |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |