1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Frontera | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
