2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 389 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S2000 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |