2001 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 647 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Vento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
