1987 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 967 kg more than 1987 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Corsa | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Corsa | GT-R |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |