1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 561 kg more than 1995 Opel Frontera.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Frontera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |