1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 239 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Frontera | GTO |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |