1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 9 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 49 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. 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 2001 Opel Omega. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
