1981 BMW 725 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1981 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 725 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
