1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 641 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. 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 (260 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
