1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 219 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frontera | 993 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
