1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 389 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
