1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Corsa weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Prairie | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
