1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
