2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
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 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Frontier | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
