1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Laser. 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Frontera | Laser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
