1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 149 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
