1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 462 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Vectra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2840 mm |