2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 11 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
