2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Corsa | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |