2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2000 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 19 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 38 L |
