1951 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 882 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morgan Plus 4 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | Plus 4 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |