2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
