1950 Holden FX vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Frontera (114 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 669 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
