1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 289 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Crown. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |