1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 51 kg more than 1955 Jaguar MK VII.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | MK VII | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
