1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 643 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Spider |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
