1975 Ford Torino 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 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 105 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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 Ford Torino. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Torino | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
