1999 Lancia Dialogos vs. 1999 Opel Frontera

To start off, both 1999 Lancia Dialogos and 1999 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (186 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. 1999 Lancia Dialogos has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lancia Dialogos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lancia Dialogos 1999 Opel Frontera
Make Lancia Opel
Model Dialogos Frontera
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1924 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 260 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1820 kg


 

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