1974 Mini Clubman vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mini Clubman 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 76 more horse power than 1974 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 955 kg more than 1974 Mini Clubman. 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 1974 Mini Clubman. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mini Clubman | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Clubman | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
