2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz 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 122 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 881 kg more than 1967 NSU Prinz. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Frontier | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
