1970 Audi Variant vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 569 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Variant | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
