2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 19 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
