1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 835 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Corsair | Frontera |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |