1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ginetta G33 2011 Nissan Frontier
Make Ginetta Nissan
Model G33 Frontier
Year Released 1990 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3947 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 198 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 5280 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1050 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 80 L


 

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