1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 15 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
