1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 464 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Frontera | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
