1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 526 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Urraco | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
