1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 467 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
