1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
