1993 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. Both 1993 Opel Frontera and 2006 Volvo V50 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V50. 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Frontera | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | V50 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
