1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 955 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Frontera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |