1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 743 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Frontera | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |