1984 Nissan Prairie vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Nissan Prairie. 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, 1984 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Prairie | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Prairie | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
