1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 194 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 928. 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frontera | 928 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
