1969 Buick GS vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | GS | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
