1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Stola | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
