1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. 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 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Frontera | Joice |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
