1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 930 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3400 mm |