1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 424 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
