1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 21 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 Acura TL.
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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Frontera | TL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
