2003 Opel Frontera vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Frontera | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Model F |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
