1979 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 86 kg more than 1994 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Frontera |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |