1968 Maserati Indy vs. 1991 Opel Frontera

To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 139 kg more than 1968 Maserati Indy.

Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Maserati Indy 1991 Opel Frontera
Make Maserati Opel
Model Indy Frontera
Year Released 1968 1991
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4136 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1639 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2470 mm


 

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