1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cortina | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 880 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
