1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Opel | Studebaker |
| Model | Frontera | President State |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
