2004 Opel Frontera vs. 1979 Renault 12
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 12 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 814 kg more than 1979 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Frontera | 1979 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | 12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
