1987 Nissan Mid4 vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Mid4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Mid4 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 316 kg more than 1987 Nissan Mid4.
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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Mid4 | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Mid4 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
