1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 696 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1992 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Patrol | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Calibra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |