1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 391 kg more than 1994 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Roadmaster | Frontera |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |