2005 Opel Frontera vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Frontera | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Opel | Willys-Overland |
Model | Frontera | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |