1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Corsa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. 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, 1982 Opel Corsa (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
