1989 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 BMW 730.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 730. 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 730 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
