2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 465 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Frontier | 404 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |