1996 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 194 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Caravelle | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1446 kg |
