1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. Both 1981 Nissan Stanza and 2005 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 194 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
