1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Innocenti | Vauxhall |
| Model | Turbo De Tomaso | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
