1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 944 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
