1994 Opel Frontera vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 549 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Frontera | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |