2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |