1996 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Hyundai Scoupe 2007 Nissan Frontier
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Scoupe Frontier
Year Released 1996 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 382 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 80 L