1996 Opel Corsa vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
