1949 MG TD vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 879 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TD | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
