1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 169 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
