1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1991 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 339 kg more than 1991 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 1991 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Model F |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
