1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 15 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 2007 Toyota Hilux are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 194 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
