1999 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 BMW 325.
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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 325 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |