1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 659 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
