1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 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 85 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. 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 1972 Mazda 1000. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 1000 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
