1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
