1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 139 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | 960 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
