2004 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 283 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
