1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 14 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 49 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 499 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. 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 2011 Tata Indica. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Frontera | Indica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
