1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Toyota Previa.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Previa. 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, 2006 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Previa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
