1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 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 78 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1999 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, 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 (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 190 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
