1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 745 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Frontera |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |