1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 714 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Frontera | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
