2001 Opel Frontera vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frontera | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frontera | 968 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
