1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 44 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 925 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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 Chrysler Valiant. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
