2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 101 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
