1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Corsair | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
