1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Opel Frontera (260 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | 960 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
