1991 Opel Frontera vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 339 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Opel Frontera | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Frontera | 930 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |