1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 621 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
