1996 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 493 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
