1983 Opel Corsa vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 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, 1994 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Express |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
