1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 409 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
