2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Renault 21.
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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 66 L |
