1952 Buick 40 vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 4 kg more than 1952 Buick 40.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 40 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2470 mm |
