1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota MR2. 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 (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | MR2 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |