1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 259 kg more than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Frontera |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |