1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 554 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
