1983 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 525 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
