1988 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 294 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
