1993 Opel Frontera vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 79 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Frontera | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | 960 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |