1990 Nissan Santana vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 228 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Santana | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Santana | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
