2000 Opel Frontera vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Frontera | Fregate |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |