1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 679 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Frontera | 312 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |