1984 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 890 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Corsa | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
