1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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. Both 1992 Opel Frontera and 2005 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RAV4 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |