1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera 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 33 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 249 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. 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 1999 Opel Zafira. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Frontera | Zafira |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |