1986 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 643 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Corsa | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
