1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 524 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Corrado |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |