1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Frontera |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |