1994 Ford Laser vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 750 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
