1985 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. 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 1985 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
