2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 436 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Frontier | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |