1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 609 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Frontera | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
