2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 648 kg more than 1992 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1992 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1992 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 75 L |
