1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 48 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, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
