1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 109 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
