1987 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
