1990 Ford Probe vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 389 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Probe | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Probe | Frontera |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |