1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Super 5 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |