1980 Nissan Skyline vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1980 Nissan Skyline 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 1980 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1980 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Skyline | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Skyline | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
