1998 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Frontera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |