1991 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 329 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Achieva | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
