2005 Honda NSX vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX 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. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. 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 NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
