1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1996 Nissan Sunny and 1996 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 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, both vehicles can yield 132 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Sunny | Corsa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |