2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | Roadster | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
