1990 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 719 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 4 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
