2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Frontier | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |