2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 716 kg more than 1991 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 75 L |
