2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 3 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2002 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | Blenheim | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
