1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (176 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
