1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. 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 67 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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 1977 Opel Kadett. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
