1978 Mini MK IV vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1978 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mini MK IV. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mini MK IV | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | MK IV | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
