1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 820 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Opel Frontera (260 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2010 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |
