1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 299 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Frontera | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
