1984 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Granada. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
