1998 Ford F-250 vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 711 kg more than 1991 Opel Frontera. 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1991 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1991 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
