1993 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 18 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. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Frontera | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
