2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
