2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 659 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
