Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.4i

Opel Frontera 1992 2.4 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.4i has been produced from April, 1992 to March, 1995. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 4800 rpm - this is the most powerfull Opel Frontera 1992 - 1996 version and torque 195 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Opel Frontera 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.4i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.4i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 18.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 153 km/h.

Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.4i fuel consumption is 11.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Opel Frontera 1992 - 1996 versions. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Opel is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Opel Frontera fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Opel Frontera version with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (Opel Frontera 1992 2.4i MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 2 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 13.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 11.1 litres per 100 km.
Opel Frontera 1992

Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.4i technical data

Model: Opel Frontera Wagon 2.4i
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1992. April ... 1995. March 
Engine: 2410 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 125 HP ON 4800 RPM Torque: 195 NM ON 2400 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 153 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 18.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.3 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 11.1 l/100km (21.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (21.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.48m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.72m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.1 meters
Ground clearance: 230 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 430 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1570 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2400 kg

Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.4i engine C24NE

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2410 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 95 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 9.2 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.4i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.8 litres (8.2 quarts)
Power 125 HP ON 4800 RPM
Torque 195 NM ON 2400 RPM
Start of production (year) 1988
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on Opel Omega

All Opel Frontera crossover [1992 - 1996] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.3 TD 4x4 Apr 1992 — Mar 1995

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.3 Diesel 101 HP 9.9 l/100km All wheel
Opel Frontera 1992 2.4i Jan 1992 — Dec 1995 2.4 Petrol 125 HP 13.3 l/100km Rear wheel
Opel Frontera 1992 Wagon 2.4i 4x4 Apr 1992 — Mar 1995

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.4 Petrol 125 HP 11.3 l/100km All wheel
Opel Frontera 1995 2.8 TDi 4x4 Jan 1995 — Dec 1996

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 16.8 seconds

2.8 Diesel 113 HP 11.0 l/100km All wheel
Opel Frontera 1992 reviews
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