1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 19 weights approximately 445 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, 1994 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Corsa | 1994 Renault 19 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | 19 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |