1977 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 479 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
