2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 395 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
