1992 Opel Frontera vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 899 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
