2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 535 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
