2000 Opel Frontera vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 815 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Frontera | 305 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |