2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 25 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 1990 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
