2001 Opel Frontera vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Frontera | 1990 Saab 900 | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Frontera | 900 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |