1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
