1994 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 560 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa. 2008 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Corsa | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |
