1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 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 24 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 619 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Frontera | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |