1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 870 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | 460 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |