2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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 Hyundai Accent. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
