1981 Renault Siete vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 940 kg more than 1981 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Siete | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Siete | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
