1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (90 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1988 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, 1986 Renault 21 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 21 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
