1989 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 456 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Frontera |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |