2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
