1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 190 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
