1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera 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 27 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 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 2010 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 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Frontera | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |