1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 351 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Frontera |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |