Suzuki Vitara Cabrio (ET,TA) 1.6 16V (ET) (97 Hp) Automatic
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Suzuki Vitara:
The Suzuki Vitara is a series of SUVs produced by Suzuki in five generations since 1988. The second and third generation were known as the Suzuki Grand Vitara, while the fourth generation eschewed the "Grand" prefix. In Japan and a number of other markets, all generations have used the name Suzuki Escudo until 2024.
The choice of the name "Vitara" was inspired by the Latin word vita, as in the English word vitality. "Escudo", the name primarily used in the Japanese market, refers to the "escudo", the monetary unit of Portugal before adoption of the Euro. The original series was designed to fill the slot above the Suzuki Jimny. The first generation was known as Suzuki Sidekick in the United States. The North American version was produced as a joint venture between Suzuki and General Motors known as CAMI. It was also sold as the Santana 300 and 350 in Spain and in the Japanese market, and in select markets was rebadged as the Mazda Proceed Levante as well....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cabrio (ET,TA) Overview:
Suzuki Vitara (Cabrio (ET,TA)). With 132 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~12 l/100km). Weighing only 1040 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 152 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The 97 Hp 16V engine offers a noticeable improvement in refinement and power over the 8-valve variant, making it more capable for mixed driving conditions, even with the automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
With 9.5 l/100 km, it's slightly more efficient than the 8-valve, benefiting from the 16-valve head design for better breathing and fuel management.
Best Use Case:
Mixed Driving / Moderate Off-road
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent off-road capability for its size and era
- • Fun-to-drive open-top experience (Cabrio model)
- • Generally reliable and easy to maintain
- • Compact dimensions make it agile in urban environments
- • Strong aftermarket support for modifications
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Limited on-road refinement and comfort
- • Modest performance from lower-spec engines
- • High fuel consumption for petrol engines compared to modern vehicles
- • Interior can feel dated and spartan
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabrio (ET,TA): 1988 - 1995).
| General: |
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Vitara |
| Generation: | Cabrio (ET,TA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (ET) (97 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet, SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 97 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61 Hp/l [12mm more] |
| Torque: | 132 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G16B More details about the engine G16B |
| Engine displacement: | 1589 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Coolant: | 5.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 152 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1040 |
| Max. weight: | 1500 |
| Max load: | 460 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 230 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 3632 mm [12mm more] |
| Width: | 1630 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1665 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2200 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1395 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1400 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 205/70 R15 S |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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