1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Frontera | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
