1992 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 589 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Frontera |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |