1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Beretta | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
