1996 Opel Corsa vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 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, 1978 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 18 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 77 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
