1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
