2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1992 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Navigator | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
