1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 194 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
