1994 Opel Frontera vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 685 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Frontera | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Frontera | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
