1996 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
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, 1996 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Primera | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Combo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
