1991 Opel Frontera vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, both 1991 Opel Frontera and 1991 Vauxhall Carlton were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 404 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Opel Frontera | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Frontera | Carlton |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |