1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 545 kg more than 1994 Rover 600.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 600. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 1994 Rover 600 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Frontera | 600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |