1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 587 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Because 1976 Opel Commodore 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 1976 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
