1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda CR-V. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
