1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 614 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | 18 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
