1965 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 920 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Cortina. 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Cortina | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Frontera |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |