2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 265 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (227 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
