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Opel Campo Double Cab 2.3 (98 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
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Double Cab Overview:
Opel Campo (Double Cab). All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.3 (98 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A marginal power increase over the 94 Hp variant, offering slightly better responsiveness for a 4x4 utility vehicle.
Fuel Economy
Similar fuel consumption to the 94 Hp petrol 4x4, expected to be on the higher side for a utility vehicle of this era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and durable construction, ideal for demanding work environments.
- • Good off-road capability in 4x4 variants, suitable for various terrains.
- • Range of economical diesel engines available, offering good running costs.
- • Simple mechanics, often easy to maintain and repair.
- • Practical and spacious double cab configuration for passengers and cargo.
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety features, typical for vehicles of its era.
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities, not designed for luxury.
- • Some petrol engines can be thirsty, impacting running costs.
- • Underpowered in certain configurations, especially the 2.5 TD 4x4.
- • Ride quality can be harsh, typical for a leaf-sprung utility pick-up.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Double Cab: 1992 - June, 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Campo |
| Generation: | Double Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.3 (98 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 43.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4ZD1 More details about the engine 4ZD1 |
| Engine displacement: | 2255 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89.3 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4980 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1710 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3025 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
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