1987 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 864 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 5 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
