1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Stagea | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Stagea | Corsa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |