2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 760 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Corsa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 38 L |
