1992 Audi V8 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1992 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1992 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi V8 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | V8 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
