2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 709 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 559 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lotec | Opel |
| Model | C 1000 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
