1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 15 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, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 244 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Frontera | 118 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
