1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 269 kg more than 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lotec | Nissan |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3954 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 742 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1919 kg |
