1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 189 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Mexico. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Mexico | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Mexico | Frontera |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4135 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |