2007 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
