1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 239 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Frontera |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |