Opel Frontera A Sport 2.8 TD (113 Hp) 4x4
People\'s Opinion
N/A / 5
A Sport Overview:
Opel Frontera (A Sport). With 242 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1828 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16.8 s). The top speed reaches 149 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Good low-end torque makes this engine well-suited for off-road adventures and towing, offering better acceleration than the petrol variants.
Fuel Economy
Significantly better fuel economy compared to the petrol engines, making it a more practical and cost-effective choice for longer journeys.
Best Use Case:
Off-road / Towing / Long-distance
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Rugged off-road capability
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Simple, robust mechanics
- • Good value on the used market
- • Diesel engines offer good torque and economy
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy (petrol models)
- • Sluggish acceleration (especially petrol)
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A: February, 1992 - February, 1995).
| General: |
| Brand: | Opel |
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| Model: | Frontera |
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| Generation: | A Sport |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 TD (113 Hp) 4x4 |
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| Start of production: | February, 1995 |
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| End of production: | April, 1996 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 113 Hp @ 3600 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 40.8 Hp/l [500mm less] |
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| Torque: | 242 Nm @ 2100 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 4JB1-TC More details about the engine 4JB1-TC |
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| Engine displacement: | 2771 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
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| Valvetrain: | OHV |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 8.8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 102 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 17.9:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 2 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16.8 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16.8 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 149 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.2 kg/Hp, 61.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 132.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1828 |
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| Max. weight: | 2510 |
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| Max load: | 682 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1160 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4192 mm mm [500mm less] |
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| Width: | 1780 mm mm [16mm more] |
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| Height: | 1721 mm mm [32mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2330 mm mm [430mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1455 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 230 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/70 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
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| Front suspension | Torsion |
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| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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