1976 Renault 5 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 970 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 5 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
