2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Quattroporte | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
