1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 45 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 631 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza. 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 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Frontera | Impreza |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |