1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 16 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 328 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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 2012 Hyundai i30. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Frontera | i30 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |