1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 689 kg more than 1959 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Isuzu | Opel |
Model | Minx | Frontera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |