1997 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 613 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Cobra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
