2004 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
