1993 Nissan Maxima vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1993 Nissan Maxima and 1993 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 354 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
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1993 Nissan Maxima | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Maxima | Corsa |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |