1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 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 67 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 759 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. 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 1970 Peugeot 204. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 204 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
