1982 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 51 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
