1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 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 660 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 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, both vehicles can yield 260 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frontera | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
