1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera 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 85 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 744 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. 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 1998 Volkswagen Gol. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Gol |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |