1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 700 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Daytona | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
