1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1994 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Ibiza 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 848 kg more than 1994 Seat Ibiza. 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 1994 Seat Ibiza. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1994 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Frontera | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
