1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 17 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 587 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Beetle |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2537 mm |