1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 179 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 300 ZX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
