1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 344 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota FXS. 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 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | FXS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
