1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 275 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.
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, 1992 Renault 19 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 19 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
