1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC 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 13 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 775 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC. 1996 Saturn SC 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. 1996 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Frontera | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
