1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 228 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Serena | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
