1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 384 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
