1998 Kia Joice vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 254 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Joice | Frontera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |