1972 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. Both 1972 Nissan Fairlady and 2004 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 475 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Fairlady 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 1972 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Fairlady | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Fairlady | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
