1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa 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 55 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 965 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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 1996 Opel Corsa. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
