2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 169 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |