1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 529 kg more than 2004 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Packard Carribean. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Packard Carribean | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Packard | Opel |
| Model | Carribean | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2470 mm |
