2007 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 564 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |