1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 536 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Frontera | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
