2005 Honda FR-V vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 13 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. Both 2005 Honda FR-V and 1992 Opel Frontera are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | FR-V | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
