2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 379 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
