1964 Renault 8 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Renault 8 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | 8 | Antara |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |