1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 850. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | 850 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |