1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 775 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Stratos | Frontera |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |