2008 Opel Frontera vs. 1988 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1988 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 11. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Frontera | 1988 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
