1991 Opel Frontera vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 549 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Frontera | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
