1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Frontera | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1870 mm |
