2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
