1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 69 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
