1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Frontera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |