1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 18 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
