1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. Both 1995 Opel Frontera and 1973 Triumph Dolomite are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 673 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Frontera | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 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 | 1639 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
