2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Vector M12 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 1998 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1998 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 1998 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vector |
| Model | Frontier | M12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
