1982 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 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, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Frontera |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |