1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 514 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Frontera | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Carina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |