1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Frontera | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
