1992 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 665 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
