1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
