2009 Audi R8 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 12 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
