1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 22 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. Both 1988 Opel Corsa and 2010 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
