1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 29 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 733 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
