1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade 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) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. 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 1982 Honda Ballade. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade. 1982 Honda Ballade 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. 1982 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
