2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 351 kg more than 1995 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tiburon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
