1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 685 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corona. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona. 1983 Toyota Corona 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. 1983 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |