1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, both 1992 Opel Frontera and 1992 BMW 850 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1992 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 850. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera. 1992 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1992 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1992 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Opel Frontera | 1992 BMW 850 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Frontera | 850 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |