2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Frontier | TR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2250 mm |
