1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 459 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
