1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 241 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Frontera | Altima |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2675 mm |
