1975 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 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 24 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 843 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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 1975 Audi 80. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
