1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 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 16 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 229 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 2010 Mazda 6. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Frontera | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |