1991 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Frontera | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Frontera | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
