2008 Opel Antara vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Antara | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
