1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 465 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 924. 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frontera | 924 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
