1979 Mini MK IV vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1979 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mini MK IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mini MK IV | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | MK IV | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
