1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 993. 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Frontera | 993 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |