2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 227 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Ford Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
