1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
