1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. 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 Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
