1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 705 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
