1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 307. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 307 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
