2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 614 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
