1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 965 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1982 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Frontera | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
