1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 469 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
