1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1991 Opel Calibra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1991 Opel Calibra.
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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Calibra. (174 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Patrol | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Calibra |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |