1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 299 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Frontera | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
