1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Frontera | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
