1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 1 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 91 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Stealth | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Stealth | Frontera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |