1988 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 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, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Bluebird | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
