1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 11 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 359 kg more than 2006 Ascari A10.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ascari A10. 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Opel | Ascari |
| Model | Frontera | A10 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2636 mm |
