1993 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 501 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.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Frontera | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frontera | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2895 mm |
