2000 Audi S8 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S8 (583 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
