2006 Acura RSX vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RSX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
