2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 272 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. 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 (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Frontier | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |