2000 Audi S3 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 4 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 109 kg more than 2000 Audi S3.
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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S3 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | S3 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |