1995 Nissan Crew vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Crew. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Crew | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Crew | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
