1997 Honda Today vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 929 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Frontera |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |