1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 459 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | V6 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
