2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Renault Rodeo. 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 34 L |
