1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
