1998 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Frontera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |