2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Corsa (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
