1971 Nissan President vs. 2009 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Combo.
Because 1971 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan President | 2009 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | President | Combo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
