1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 14 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. Both 1995 Opel Frontera and 2009 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 258 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Frontera | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
