1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Frontera | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
