1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 1800 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
