1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Frontera | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | RAV4 |
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 | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |