1993 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 19 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 26 kg more than 1993 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Opel Frontera | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Opel | Buick |
Model | Frontera | Regal |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |