2000 Opel Frontera vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1989 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Frontera | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Rex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
