1981 Renault 18 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 18 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
