1963 AC Cobra vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 770 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Cobra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
