1991 Opel Frontera vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 459 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1985 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera. 1985 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1991 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1991 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Frontera | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
