1966 Jaguar 420G 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 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 23 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera. 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 1966 Jaguar 420G. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | 420G | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
