1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 239 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frontera | 968 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
