1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Outback |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
