1975 Nissan Laurel vs. 1992 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1992 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Laurel | 1992 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Laurel | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
