1991 Opel Frontera vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 389 kg more than 1996 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Frontera | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Opel | Venturi |
| Model | Frontera | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
