2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 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, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 115 L |
