1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 788 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
