1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 709 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Frontera | Samurai |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |