2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 17 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX.
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, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | EX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
