1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 18 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 398 kg more than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3100 mm |