1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 730 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. 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 1979 Ford Capri. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri. 1979 Ford Capri 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. 1979 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
