1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 276 kg more than 1992 Opel Frontera.
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, 2010 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Opel Frontera | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Frontera | Safari |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |