1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 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 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 21 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
