2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1991 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |