1987 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Corsa | 1996 Renault 19 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | 19 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |