1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 12 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
