1999 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 243 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Omega | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
